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ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TASKS, and RESPONSIBILITIES: |
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Maintains a clean and orderly central processing area (e.g., shelves, counters, equipment) |
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Ensures clean and dirty workspaces are clearly identified and separated |
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Adheres to sterilization process policies and procedures |
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Reprocesses each item according to industry standards and manufacturer’s instructions for use, including but not |
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limited to decontamination, cleaning, disinfection,and sterilization |
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Inspects instruments under magnification for damage and defects; lubricates items (as required) |
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Determines whether each item is in good working condition |
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Sorts and arranges items into proper trays according to established policy/procedure |
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Wraps trays and individual items according to manufacturer’s instructions for use |
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Properly mixes cleaning solutions per manufacturer’s instructions for use |
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Accurately labels each item with name and sterilization date |
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Correctly operates sterilizers, ultrasonic washer, and other processing equipment (i.e., positions items correctly in |
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sterilizer, selects proper cycle, seeks assistance when needed) |
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Checks equipment indicators for proper functioning |
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Performs required biological/chemical monitoring tests on all sterilizers and maintains logs according to established |
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policy/procedure |
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Understands the appropriate response required for a failed Bowie Dick, Sterilization cycle and/or Biological, or |
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Chemical indicator |
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Ensures instruments are transported to processing room in closed containers marked as biohazardous |
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Maintains inventory levels and accurate records |
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Checks for outdated items and package integrity of wrapped sterilized items; replaces items as necessary |
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Places items in correct location |
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Maintains adequate inventory of all supplies for the sterile processing area |
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Maintains/updates the instrument tray inventory list |
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Accurately documents count of instruments loaned/returned to outside sources |
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Performs other miscellaneous duties such as material management, restocking, assisting with turnover in the OR |
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Attends required education |
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